Just read about this wonderful new program:
Transportation Support (Northern Zone)
To reduce barriers to accessing healthcare for residents of Colchester, Cumberland, and Pictou counties and the Municipality of East Hants, Public Health is offering free, non-urgent transportation support to and from healthcare and wellness appointments and sessions.
This pilot project is in response to Recommendation C.13 of the Final Report of the Mass Casualty Commission, which recommends addressing unmet grief, bereavement, and mental health needs through activities that promote mental health and prevent mental illness in Colchester, Cumberland, and Pictou counties, the Municipality of East Hants, and other communities affected by the 2020 Mass Casualty.
Who is eligible to use this service?
This service is available to all residents of Colchester, Cumberland, and Pictou counties and the Municipality of East Hants.
How do I book transportation?
At least three business days before your appointment, call Public Health at (902) 893-5820*, select ‘Option #1’, and leave a message, or email PublicHealthTransportation@nshealth.ca. One of our team members will follow up with you.
Requests must be made during working hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Calls or emails will not be responded to on weekends or holidays—please allow for this when planning.
You will be asked for some basic information, including your name, address, and phone number, along with pickup and drop-off locations/addresses. Some companies may require a client’s date of birth.
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